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sthornton Randleman, NC Apr 21, 2007

I need ideas for new home landscaping around the foundation. The front of my home gets morning shade and afternoon sun. Would love slow growing shrub ideas

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Len123 Adrian, MO(Zone 6a) Apr 22, 2007

any of the dwarf conifers like alberta spruce, mugo pines etc.
old garden roses, hydrangeas
holly

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1gardengram Fayetteville, NC(Zone 8a) Apr 22, 2007

Since I grow in the same climate you do, be careful of hydrangeas in full afternoon sun. Mine grow really well in a bit of afternoon shade. Japanese hollies might be a good choice. They will grow in heat and poor soil once they are established and they don't grow very fast.

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ecrane3 Dublin, CA(Zone 9a) Apr 22, 2007

I agree, I would definitely not put hydrangeas in a place where they get PM sun, only time you can get away with that is if you live in a climate with relatively cool summers. They prefer the reverse, AM sun but then some shade during the hot part of the day.

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